Gundakar

Prince of Liechtenstein, court official

Gundakar - Prince of Liechtenstein, court official
Born

January 30th, 1580
445 years ago

Died

1658
367 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Liechtenstein

Links & References

Born in 1580, served as a prince and court official in Vienna. Contributed to the administration and governance of Liechtenstein during a time of political stability. Engaged in courtly duties, helping to strengthen the prince's influence in the Habsburg court. The princely lineage played a significant role in the region's politics through alliances and marriages. Oversaw the development of the principality's territory and its affairs at the imperial court.

Served as a court official in Vienna

Strengthened princely influence in the Habsburg court

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